📅 January 07: Matthew 9 - Miracles and Teachings of Jesus

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:date: January 07: Matthew 9 - Miracles and Teachings of Jesus -Experiencing the Transformative Power of Faith

:earth_africa: Introduction

Today, we immerse ourselves in Matthew 9, a chapter rich with stories of healing, the calling of Matthew, and profound teachings of Jesus. This chapter illustrates the transformative power of faith and compassion.

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:raised_hands: Matthew 9: Healing Miracles

In Matthew 9, we witness several of Jesus’ healing miracles, including the healing of a paralytic, a woman with a bleeding issue, and the raising of Jairus’ daughter. These miracles demonstrate Jesus’ compassion and authority.

:scroll: Key Verse: “Just then a woman who had been subject to bleeding for twelve years came up behind him and touched the edge of his cloak.” — Matthew 9:20

:books: The Calling of Matthew

A significant moment in this chapter is the calling of Matthew, a tax collector. This story underscores Jesus’ mission to call and transform those often marginalized or overlooked in society.

:scroll: Key Verse: “As Jesus went on from there, he saw a man named Matthew sitting at the tax collector’s booth. ‘Follow me,’ he told him, and Matthew got up and followed him.” — Matthew 9:9

:sparkles: Key Themes and Reflections:

Compassion and Healing: Jesus’ miracles reveal His deep compassion for the suffering and His power to heal both physically and spiritually. Inclusivity of Jesus’ Call: The calling of Matthew highlights the inclusive nature of Jesus’ ministry, inviting all to follow Him. Faith in Action: The chapter emphasizes the importance of faith in action and its transformative power.

:bulb: Today’s Application:

Reflect on the role of faith and compassion in your life. How do the stories in Matthew 9 inspire you to live out your faith actively and inclusively?

:mag: Hidden Gem:

Did you know? The healing of Jairus’ daughter and the woman with the issue of blood are often seen as intertwined stories that teach about faith overcoming fear.

:thought_balloon: Reflective Q&A:

:earth_africa: Matthew 9: Faith and Transformation

:question: Impact of Jesus’ Miracles: How do the miracles in Matthew 9 inspire us in our daily faith journey?

A: These miracles encourage us to trust in Jesus’ power and compassion, reminding us that faith can bring about profound changes in our lives and the lives of others.

:question: Responding to Jesus’ Call: What does the calling of Matthew teach us about following Jesus?

A: Matthew’s immediate response to Jesus’ call illustrates the readiness and willingness required to follow Christ, regardless of our past or societal status.

:speech_balloon: Join the Discussion:

What are your reflections on the healing miracles and teachings in Matthew 9? How do they shape your understanding of faith and discipleship? Share your thoughts in the comments below!

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Matthew 9
The beginning of the chapter records one of those incidents where it is necessary to compare the other Gospel records, to obtain a fuller picture. The margin for v. 2 directs us to Mark. 2:3-12. The faith of those who brought this sick man to the Master was an essential element to the healing he received. ‘Palsy’ relates to being ‘paralytic,’ so he couldn’t move; there was a measure of paralysis. It was necessary to have friends to help him in his infirmity. The friends uncovered the roof. Houses in the east in those times were generally made flat-roofed, that the inhabitants had the benefit of enjoying the fresh air on the roof, or using them as a place of meditation or prayer. Originally they were made in the same format as the incense altar, therefore we often read that they went onto the rooftop to pray (cp. Exo. 30:3 mg). The rooftop became part of the praying schedule of the people. Removing a part of the tiles, his friends took away the laths or timber, to which the tiles had been attached. They then had room to let down the afflicted man (see Luke 5:19). This was a demonstration of outstanding faith in the Master’s ability to cure their sick friend. • Later, as Yahshua passed by he saw Matthew, not straining attentively to hear the Master, but, “sitting at the receipt of custom” doing his job for his earthly master with all diligence. ‘Do all things as unto the Lord’ is the formula for a more satisfying and fulfilling occupation. The Master saw in this man characteristics that would be able to be used in the greater, divine employment. “Follow Me,” said Yahshua, as he says to all who desire his association. • “Matthew rose and followed him.” What a wonderful example of immediate response! In answer to the Pharisees as to with whom Yahshua should eat (Mat. 9:10-13), the Lord quotes from the prophetic Word, urging them to go and learn, for although they had the letter of the Law they needed to understand the spirit of the Word. He challenges them, quoting from Hos. 6:6; Micah 6:6-8 (cp. also 1Sam. 15:22). ‘To learn’ means to learn by enquiry, a personal effort (cp. Eph. 4:20). It demands a diligent action on the part of the student. • Then miracles occur; and wonderful experiences are recorded. Jairus’ daughter is raised; the woman with the issue of blood is cleansed; sight to the blind; speech to the dumb. It was yet another busy day in the life of the Master, and one which continually drained his physical energy, for this work was not without the expense of “virtue” (Mk. 5:30; Lk. 8:46). • The daughter of Jairus was twelve years old (the number of Israel’s tribes); the woman had an issue of blood twelve years. This poor woman commenced to die as Jairus’ young daughter came to life. This woman risked her life to touch the hem of the garment of Yahshua, for she would have recognised the importance of the ribband of blue: the evidence of God Manifestation, which was a command to all Jews to maintain on the borders of their garments, given at a time of rebellion against the Almighty (Num. 15:38). The Master was about 32 years old at this time, in which case he would have been about twenty years old when the child was born and the woman conteacted the issue of blood, he would have been twenty years old, a most significant age of responsibility to uphold the payment of the redemption money in Israel (Exo. 30:11-16; Num. 1:3). • Giving speech to the dumb was reliant upon one thing. “Believe ye that I am able to do this?” (v. 28). This will be the question as we face the Judgment Seat, and the answer will be “according to our faith.” • Thus, on such a busy day of labour the Lord proceeded on his ministry, taking every opportunity to speak the gospel to the people, and to urge them to righteousness. • This chapter records the wonderful miracles that came from his healing hands. • [1] Healing the palsy: vv. 1-8. • [2] Matthew called to discipleship: v. 9. • [3] His farewell speech: vv. 10-13. • [4] By three parables Christ answers John’s disciples: vv. 14-17. • [5] Jairus importunes his help: vv. 18-19. • [6] He is delayed by a woman with the issue of blood: vv. 20-22. • [7] He raises Jairus’ daughter: vv. 23-26. • [8] Two blind men receive their sight: vv. 27-31. • [9] Healing the demoniac: vv. 32-34. • [10] A further tour of Galilee: v. 35. • [11] Response of the people: v. 36. The Lord’s purpose was to prepare his disciples for their future work, reference to which he makes (cp. vv. 18-19, etc.). [12] The Lord of the Harvest: vv. 37-38. They have had opportunity to carefully observe his methods and ways. Now he sends them forth (see ch. 10:1-5) as an initial attempt at the work before them. Further, he sent the twelve forth to prepare the people for the Master’s further ministry. Like the spies of the wilderness, these disciples went forth to search the Land, and bring of the fruits thereof for Yahweh. — Logos.